Former Decatur Mayor dies at 82
DECATUR, Ala. (WHNT) — Former Decatur Mayor Don Stanford died Friday morning at age 82.
Stanford served one term as Decatur mayor from 2008 to 2012.
He was a Decatur High graduate and got his degree from Athens State University, where he also played basketball.
Stanford also served as postmaster in Danville and Trinity before becoming Mayor.
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For most of his life, Stanford was involved with youth sports and was a well-known basketball referee, working high school and college games.
The City of Decatur posted about Stanford’s passing on Facebook, thanking him for his service to the city.
“Mayor Stanford’s legacy will be one of community spirit and leadership. He was a passionate advocate for youth sports and his guidance during the 2008 recession helped our city weather the storm.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Stanford family during this difficult time. The flag at Decatur City Hall will fly at half-staff in honor of Mayor Stanford.”
City of Decatur
His funeral arrangements are being handled by Peck Funeral Home in Hartselle.
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